We are sharing our favorite restaurants in Columbia, MO!
What’s for dinner tonight? How about one of our staff-picked favorite restaurants? We composed a list of our favorite go-to eateries and favorite dishes! One thing is for sure, the possibilities are endless when it comes to quaint restaurants in Columbia, MO. Do any of our favorites align with yours? Share with us your local favorites, perhaps there is a hidden gem we have yet to discover!
Here’s a list of our favorite restaurants!
Brittany’s Favorite - Geisha Sushi Bar
804 E Broadway, Columbia, MO 65201 - (573) 777-9997
Brittany’s Favorite: Jennifer Roll
“Our talented, experienced chefs create authentic Japanese dishes using fresh ingredients and traditional Japanese recipes. You can enjoy a variety of sushi at our restaurant or pick up take out to enjoy in the comfort of your own home.”
https://www.geishasushibar.com/
Aaron’s Favorite - Café Berlin
220 N 10th St., Columbia, MO 65201 - (573) 441-0400
Aaron’s Favorite: Starving Artist
“We believe the best restaurants are the simplest ones. We believe that the food should speak for itself and we choose to make creative and comforting dishes using familiar ingredients. We believe in supporting our community and we source as many of our products as possible locally. We believe in the team we have and encourage them to follow their hearts and their passions.
Over time we realized that music was an integral part of our collective consciousness and so we expanded our space by putting in a bar and a stage. We enjoy being able to offer a unique, accessible and safe space for all of Columbia and for the many traveling poets, musicians and doers and makers of the world. Come and join us!”
https://www.cafeberlincomo.com/
Madison’s Favorite - Las Margaritas
10 E Southampton Dr., Columbia, MO 65203 - (573) 442-7500
Madison’s Favorite: Burrito Special
“Las Margaritas offers a wide range of authentic Mexican and Tex-Mex favorites. The succulent Chile Colorado is a refreshing and satisfying alternative for steak lovers...Camarones a la Diabla is a bold dish featuring tiger shrimp served in our signature spicy ranchero sauce...the gigantic Burrito Gonzalez is designed with a big appetite in mind and is stuffed with sirloin steak or chicken, onions, bell peppers and beans...Tacos Al Pastor is pleasing to both the palate and the eye and comes with grilled pineapple, corn tortillas, and a savory chile ancho salsa.
Our extensive menu also includes several desserts. For a delicious end to your Mexican feast, indulge in Xango, a creamy cheesecake wrapped in a pastry tortilla that is fried and served with ice cream...Sopapilla, a flour tortilla deep fried and topped with butter, honey, and cinnamon...or Flan, which is baked fresh daily and is served in the traditional Mexico City style with crème caramel.
Great food, great people, and a great atmosphere make Las Margaritas the perfect place for you to enjoy your next meal. Come see us soon!”
https://www.lasmargaritascolumbia.com/index.html
Luke’s Favorite - Delia’s Mexican Grill
201 10th St., Columbia, MO 65201 - (573) 449-1010
Luke’s Favorite: Shrimp Tacos
“Delia’s strives to bring an elevated Mexican dining experience to Columbia while also paying homage to our roots. We prepare meals in many of the same ways our families did growing up, incorporating traditional elements in every bite. In fact, everything in our restaurant reminds us of family, from our recipes to our atmosphere and commitment to service.”
Steven’s Favorite - Sophia’s
3915 S. Providence Rd., Columbia, MO 65203 - (573) 874-8009
Steven’s Favorite: Calamari Fritti
“Sophia’s Restaurant provides upscale dining with globally influenced cuisine. Sophia’s offers appetizers, tapas, gourmet pizzas, pasta and specialty entrées.
If you want a bottle of fine wine to go with your meal, Sophia’s is the place to be. We have an amazing wine selection, with more than 100 different choices from Merlots to Rieslings. Sophia’s also has a Reserve Wine List for those special occasions.
The atmosphere at Sophia’s is casual yet sophisticated, but sometimes Mother Nature just can’t be outdone. If that’s the case, choose to sit in Sophia’s outdoor patio area for an experience like none other. Make your reservations today!”
Andrew’s Favorite - Cracker Barrel
3304 Clark Lm., Columbia, MO 65202 - (573) 474-9977
Andrew’s Favorite: Mama’s Pancake Breakfast
“Rising above America’s Interstate highways, a familiar sign greets travelers and local communities alike. Eggs break, biscuits bake, the scent of homestyle cooking rises. A cash register dings, chairs rock, checkers pass the time.
In 1969, a Tennessee man named Dan Evins saw an unmet need. The Interstate was expanding—connecting people to new places—but people on the move couldn’t count on a consistent, quality place to stop along the way. To stretch their legs, refuel, and find a good meal at a fair price. Evins had a vision to build an old country store to meet their needs—a place that preserved the ingredients of country life to share with travelers on the road and families from nearby.”
https://www.crackerbarrel.com/
Honorable Mention - Mugs Up Drive In
603 Orange St., Columbia, MO 65203 - (573) 442-9833
Our Favorite: Zip Burger
“A local family owned and operated drive-in restaurant. Original recipe chili and burgers and root beer made fresh on the premises. Come and see us!”
https://www.facebook.com/MugsUpDriveIn/?ref=page_internal-Written by: Madison Dickerson, Leasing Agent